Town of Bell Parks and Lands March Meeting Minutes

Friday, March 6, 2026 – 9:30 am @ Cornucopia Community Center

Chair Doug Becker called the meeting to order at 9:39 am.

Committee members present: Doug Becker, Gordon Anderson, Steve Rudd

Absent: Richard Dunn     Excused Absence: Gina Emily

Others present: Judy Becker, Nancy Moye, Matt Hipsher, Dave Mucculough

Old Business:

• Motion to approve the February, 2026 minutes by G. Anderson, seconded by S. Rudd; passed.
• Budget review: no report.
• Maintenance Update:
  • Marina Bathrooms: door locks will be replaced; 3 sets of keys.
  • Marina Breakwall: after snowmelt, inspection of area is needed for cracks and/or repairs.
  • Lost Creek Parking & Beach: further discussion of solutions to parking and beach access TBD in Spring.
• Campground: sign on Hwy C for campground damaged.
• Cornucopia Sign: N. Moye presented subcommittee updates on 3 possible locations for the three 4X8 foot signs.  Communications with County and DOT commencing. Signs design in process. Possible relocation of old sign at the Green Shed Museum.
• Posting Board (near Post Office): plexiglass was installed by G. Anderson.
• Flowing Well Kiosk Drainage/Swenson Pavilion Decking: M. Hipsher presented problems and possible solutions for the drainage issue at both locations. Much discussion. Engineering and construction recommendations will be sought for discussion at next meeting.
• Siskiwit Lake Boat Launch: M. Hipsher will oversee removal of old dock in spring.
• MOU Trails Renewal: passed by the Town Board.
• Committee Member Term Limits: need for nominations for Positions 3 and 4 by the Town. Committee recommends R. Dunn and D. Becker for renewal.

New Business:

• Ice Cave Parking Damage: Town will fill and repair ruts. M. Hipsher suggested reviewing and repairing all grassy areas around Community Center.
• Other:
  • Meeting Time and Date Change: Committee changed future meeting dates and times to the first Monday of each month at 5 pm.
• Next meeting: Monday, April 6, 2026, at 5 pm at the Community Center.
• Motion to adjourn made by G. Anderson, seconded by S. Rudd. Passed at 10:40 a.m.

Submitted by Secretary Judy Becker     March 6, 2026